Introduction
Learn the first steps for using Ando with apps, virtual keys, and inference controls.
Ando Discover is the guide surface for learning how the platform works before you put an app or agent on the network.



Ways to Start
Choose the path that matches what you are trying to connect.
Create a Virtual Key
Give an app or agent scoped access to Ando.
Route model calls
Point an OpenAI-compatible client at Ando.
Pay as an agent
Use Tempo MPP when an allowlisted agent pays per request.
Review errors
Understand request failures before you go live.
First Setup
- Create a Virtual Key for an app or agent.
- Set
Authorization: Bearer <your-virtual-key>. - Point your OpenAI SDK
baseURLtohttps://api.andoai.xyz/v1. - Send
POST /chat/completions.
Available References
Use these when you need the implementation details behind the guide.